How to Change File Properties

How to Change File Properties

How to Change File Properties

When a file is created on a computer it is automatically given a set of properties such as date, size, and format. Changing properties can allow you to personalize the organization and synchronization of files on your computer. You can manually change some attributes in Windows 7 and Vista by using the Details pane at the bottom of each folder window. You can also access the Properties menu of the chosen file. If you use Mac OS X, file properties are called "permissions," which you can change using either the Finder or a downloadable application. This guide shows how to change file attributes on both Windows and Mac OS X platforms.

Changing File Properties Using the Details Pane in Windows 7 and Vista

1.Double-click on the folder containing the file you want to modify.

2.Click once on the file. The details pane at the bottom of the folder window shows a few of the file's properties. Some of the attributes can be changed by clicking a property and manually entering new information